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Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

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About this activity

Cruise from the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben all the way to Greenwich and discover London's historical sights along the way on this 1-hour Thames river sightseeing trip. With departures from Westminster Pier, live audio commentary, this is a perfect introduction to the city: upgrade for a round trip ticket.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Audioguide app available in 11 languages
    • Live commentary on board

    Not included

    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Itinerary

    1. Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

      The Houses of Parliament are the home of British democracy. The Elizabeth Tower that houses Big Ben is one of the most famous landmarks in London.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    2. London Eye

      The London Eye

      The London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel, offering wonderful views of London during its 30-minute rotation.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    3. Royal Festival Hall

      Built in 1951 for the Festival of Britain, the venue

      Built in 1951 for the Festival of Britain, the venue is host to many international concerts. The complex includes restaurants and bars with great views of the river.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    4. Tate Modern

      Housed in the converted Bankside power station, the Tate Modern is a ‘family-friendly’ modern art gallery, with a free permanent collection as well as specialist exhibitions.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    5. St. Paul's Cathedral

      Built by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London, St Paul’s is simply awe-inspiring. See amazing views from the dome, but be warned, it’s 530 steps to the top!

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    6. Shakespeare’s Globe

      A replica of the original Globe Theatre with daily behind-the-scenes tours, and a summer season of Shakespeare’s plays as Elizabethan

      audiences would have seen them.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    7. HMS Belfast

      Explore the nine decks of this warship to discover what life was like onboard during the Second World War.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    8. Tower of London

      Explore a thousand years of history. Visit the Bloody Tower, see where royalty lived - and were executed - and marvel at the Crown Jewels.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    9. Tower Bridge

      An excellent example of Victorian engineering at its best. Find out how it works and see the Thames through the glass floors of the

      walkway in the Tower Bridge Experience.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    10. Cutty Sark

      Visit Cutty Sark in Greenwich for an action-packed day out on one of the world's most famous ships. Meet figures from the ship’s past like Captain Woodget and the ship’s cook and hear their epic stories about life on board the fastest ship of her time. Take the helm at the ship's wheel, visit the crew's quarters, then relax with a coffee and a cake at the ship’s café. Cutty Sark is the world's sole surviving tea clipper and now an award-winning visitor attraction.

      40 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    11. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Take a selfie at the historic Prime Meridian where east meets west and take your place at the centre of the world. Whilst you're at the top of the hill at the Royal Observatory be sure to enjoy the views of London and beautiful Greenwich Park, the perfect chance to point out landmarks to your kids. Visit the beautiful Flamsteed House, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and historic home to Britain's Astronomers Royal. Take a fascinating glimpse into the apartments where the Astronomers Royal and their families lived and worked in our new Observatory Life display. On top of Flamsteed House is one of the world’s earliest public time signals, the bright red Time Ball, which has been in operation since 1833. See it drop at 1pm every day!

      1 hourAdmission not includedSee on map

    12. Greenwich

      Overlooking the River Thames and home to one of London’s most iconic views, Greenwich Park is an amazing mix of 17th-century landscape, stunning gardens and a rich history that dates back to Roman times.

      1 hourAdmission freeSee on map

    13. Old Royal Naval College

      The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich

      The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich is one of the most spectacular and important baroque interiors in Europe.

      1 hourAdmission not includedSee on map

    14. London's only historic market set in a World Heritage Site. Open 7 days a week 10am-5.30pm. Find street food, antiques, fashion, boutique shops and more.

      30 minutesAdmission free

    15. National Maritime Museum

      The National Maritime Museum – the largest of its kind in the world – sets out to illuminate the history of Britain's encounters with the sea.

      1h 30mAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    You will find us here: Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London, SW1A 2JH. Go directly to boarding points B and C at Westminster Pier and join the queue to board the boat. Please present this voucher to the tour supplier's staff. There is no need to queue at the ticket office.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • One-way trip ends at Greenwich Pier, next to the Cutty Sark. Round trip returns back to Westminster Pier. At Greenwich, you do not need to stay on the boat. You may disembark, spend some time looking at local attractions, then re-embark on a later return journey.

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Toilets available on-board
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • At Westminster Pier, go directly to boarding point B and join the boat's queue. Please arrive 20 minutes before your departure time. We cannot guarantee boarding for last-minute arrivals. Please present this voucher to the tour supplier's staff. To use the audio-guide system on your smartphone, download the Thames River Sightseeing app here: https://thamesriver.app.link/guide

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
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    Thames River Sightseeing
    Product code
    37862P1

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